Gail Urban

Chair

1. What inspires you to serve as a member of the Manhattan Parks & Recreation Foundation Board?
   I’m inspired to serve as a board member of the Manhattan Parks and Recreation Foundation because I’m passionate about kids having opportunities to learn and grow.  Parks and recreation programs allow children to learn communication, team building, cooperation, commitment, physical and cultural opportunities, and just plain old fun!  I believe that kids that participate in a variety of activities grow into well rounded adults.  It’s is important that we invest in time and resources for our community and world’s future.  
2. Which Parks & Recreation program or activity do you enjoy the most?
   At my stage in life, my favorite activity is playing pickleball when I can fit it in my schedule! I really appreciate the indoor recreation centers that we now have available.  
3. What's your go-to activity to promote a healthy and balanced lifestyle for both you and your family?
   My go-to activity for a health and balanced lifestyle is walking.  I enjoy walking the Anneberg trail, CiCo Park trail, and Linear Trail.  I truly love to watch my grandkids in their variety of sports they participate in. 
4. Can you share a memorable experience you or your family have had being involved in Manhattan Parks & Recreation activities?
   There are so many great memories with our own kids, and now our grandkids.  Watching them develop their baseball and volleyball skills from entry level Parks and Rec programs to growing into high school sports always gave us great pleasure!